Dom, the hit Brazilian series on Prime Video, is coming to an end with its third season. The show follows the real-life story of Pedro Dom, a criminal gang leader who goes on a run from police and drug dealers while his father, who is a police officer himself, tries to protect him from going on the wrong path. Dom Season 3 features some gripping visuals making one think about its filming locations. So where was the show filmed? Continue reading to find out.
Dom Season 3 Filming Locations
Like the previous seasons, the filming of Dom Season 3 also took place in Rio de Janeiro, the capital of the state of the same name in Brazil. The real Pedro Dom belonged to the same city and lived and died there, hence the team of Prime Video’s Dom chose Rio and shot several scenes on-location there.
Rio de Janeiro has a unique and exciting setting with a variety of scenic locations from famous beaches like Copacabana and Ipanema, to lush rainforests, and tall mountains like Sugarloaf and Corcovado. The city has a mix of different neighborhoods that show various parts of life of Dom. From the colorful streets of the favelas to the busy downtown area and the fancy districts, the city shows many different ways of living.
The city’s lively culture adds to the show’s authenticity. Rio is full of energy, with its music, dance, and festivals creating a special atmosphere. The famous Carnival, with its big parades and samba music, can make scenes more exciting and real. Rio’s history with crime and social issues also provides a realistic background for Dom. Filming in Rio makes the story feel closer to real life, making it more relatable and powerful for viewers.
Rio de Janeiro has also hosted the production of several other big projects, including Godzilla x Kong: The New Empire, Fantastic Beasts: The Secrets of Dumbledore, The Incredible Hulk, The Twilight Saga: Breaking Dawn – Part 1 & 2, The Expendables, Fast Five, Mechanic: Resurrection, The Swimmers, Elite Squad, Passport to Freedom, The Emerald Forest, and Elite Squad 2: The Enemy Within.